Maintenance Mechanic

CMC•Lexington, SC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

CMC provides an excellent opportunity to learn the steel, construction reinforcement and ground stabilization industries and to grow in your career. Whether you will spend your day brainstorming in an office cubicle, operating a crane, running manufacturing equipment or troubleshooting technical obstacles, at CMC, you’ll get the training and support from your team that you need to excel in your role and reach your full potential.

Requirements

Strong mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic troubleshooting skills in an industrial or recycling environment
Hands-on experience maintaining conveyors, rotating equipment, belts, bearings, gearboxes, motors, and material-handling systems
Knowledge of industrial maintenance tools, equipment, welding basics (preferred), and safety procedures
Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints
Basic computer skills for work orders, maintenance tracking, and reporting
Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and organizational skills
Ability to work independently in a recycling yard environment or collaboratively as part of a maintenance team
Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to regulatory and environmental standards
2-5 years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or recycling environment
A complete set of tools (Metric and Standard) to perform general repair task
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience is required

Nice To Haves

Experience with automated or computerized industrial equipment preferred

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on industrial equipment within a recycling yard, including conveyors, processing machinery, belts, bearings, gearboxes, and related systems
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components to identify root causes and minimize downtime
Conduct maintenance and repairs on conveyor systems, including belt tracking, pulleys, rollers, motors, reducers, and guards
Assist with installation, setup, alignment, and calibration of new or repaired equipment used in recycling and material-handling operations
Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs to ensure reliability and efficiency of recycling yard equipment
Maintain accurate maintenance records, including work orders, service logs, inspections, and parts usage
Ensure compliance with company safety policies, OSHA regulations, lockout/tagout procedures, and environmental standards specific to recycling operations
Collaborate with operations, production, and engineering teams to quickly resolve equipment issues and support continuous yard operations